“Owning a German shepherd taught me more about self-awareness and safety than any class ever did.”
I work with German Shepherd Rescue, I foster, and have adopted two GSD’s. They are an amazing breed. When I divorced and moved into my new place “alone”, it gave me pause. Suddenly being “alone” really screamed – – – “ALONE”!
I’d always had smallish dogs. Welsh Corgis and Cocker Spaniels mostly, 20-25 pounds, give or take. Now, I wanted something that would make a statement, with a lot of clear glass in my new front door, I wanted a pair of pointed, alert ears to be visible!
I loved this article shared on our rescue email, not only because it’s about GSD’s specifically, but in general, a good reminder for those of you alone, or by yourself a lot if your significant other travels. I know I walk taller and more aware when I take my two out. They are 175 pounds combined, and now that I have 2 pairs of pointed ears looking out the front door – I feel safer, and not so alone.
Hope you enjoy the quick read!
http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/1119507/self-defense-tips-from-german-shepherd
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